To undertake close approaches using a vessel and satellite tag cetaceans for the purpose of scientific research in Commonwealth waters

How can I get involved

In accordance with the provisions of section 237(3b) of the EPBC Act, you are invited to comment on this proposal before COB 30 March 2022.

Read the application

General Permit Application (PDF - 566 KB)
General Permit Application (DOCX - 91 KB)

Supplementary Form A (PDF - 585 KB)
Supplementary Form A (DOCX - 101 KB)

Supplementary Form A – Attachment Question 3 – Map (PDF - 300 KB)

Supplementary Form A – Attachment Question 4 – Objectives and purpose of the action (PDF - 120 KB)
Supplementary Form A – Attachment Question 4 – Objectives and purpose of the action (DOCX - 21 KB)

Supplementary Form A – Attachment Question 4 – Equipment and methods (PDF - 78 KB)
Supplementary Form A – Attachment Question 4 – Equipment and methods (DOCX - 22 KB)

Supplementary Form A – Attachment Question 4 – Steps to minimise impacts (PDF - 78 KB)
Supplementary Form A – Attachment Question 4 – Steps to minimise impacts (DOCX - 21 KB)

Send your comments

Comments can be sent by email to EPBC.Permits@environment.gov.au or in writing to:

The Director
Migratory Species Section
GPO Box 858
Canberra ACT 2601

Confidentiality

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